We are still very successful selling Myrtle Beach Real Estate, and that business has never been better!  If the economy is good or bad, people are still buying and selling real estate on the Grand Strand every day!

Thanks largely to golf and a thriving tourism industry, the Carolinas and other Southern states emerged as top migration destinations in 2007, according to an annual study conducted by United Van Lines, the nation’s largest mover of household goods.

Nearly two-thirds of all moves, 61.6%, were to North Carolina, making the Tar Heel State the year’s top migration destination. South Carolina was another top residential moving destination for 2007, nabbing 57.8% of all household movers.

Other states receiving the most inbound residents were:

• Nevada, 59.4%.
• Washington, D.C., 58.5%.
• Oregon, 58.4%.
• Alabama, 57.9%.

Alabama had its fifth year as a top inbound location, while South Carolina continued a 14-year tradition of high numbers of inbound residents. Other Southern states that proved to be high inbound destinations were West Virginia with 55.7% and Tennessee with 55.1%.

United Van Lines classifies a high inbound state as one that receives 55% or more household moves.

Pat Mason, director of the Center for Carolina Living, a marketing and research firm that provides information on the Carolinas to tourists or would-be residents, predicted that South Carolina will have 150,000 new residents this year and North Carolina will have twice that many.

Charleston emerged as the No. 1 most-preferred destination for tourists, according to Mason’s Carolina Lifestyle Survey. Of 109 South Carolina cities that snapped up new residents, Myrtle Beach was the No. 1 city families moved to after taking the survey; Columbia ranked at No. 4; Summerville ranked at No. 5; Charleston ranked at No. 8 and Mount Pleasant came in at No. 9.

“There’s no way the census can keep up with us. We’re a growth state,” Mason said.

Mason’s firm surveys people who are interested in moving to the state and also tracks building permits and housing starts. The firm uses the National Change of Address Audit to follow up on its Carolina Lifestyle surveys and determine how many of those surveyed actually moved to the state.

According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau statistics, which compare the number of tax returns filed each year, South Carolina gained 59,332 residents between 2006 and 2007, a figure Mason said is an underestimate.

“I think they would admit that number is considered conservative and probably very low,” Mason said. “They’ve got lag factors…and census counts in South Carolina are low. We don’t get the same number of people who complete the census forms as other states. Somewhere in between their number and my number is a number that is real.”

“My number might be high or low. But the real thing we need to know as planners and as people who want to improve the quality of life is that the state is continuing to grow and the numbers will continue to go up for the next 25 years.”

Mason said the popularity of the Carolinas as an in-migration state is directly connected to the tourism industry.

“It starts with a visit,” Mason said. “We wouldn’t have in-migration if we didn’t have millions of people coming down here to play golf. The tourism industry is robust in South Carolina and is only going to get better. The wisdom of the Legislature this year allocated $31 million for tourism.”

North Carolina tops the in-migration list, Mason said, because it is larger than South Carolina and has strong business centers such as Charlotte and the Research Triangle Park in the Raleigh area.

At No. 2, Nevada has become an in-migration destination because of the Las Vegas area.

“It’s a hot destination and the land values and home values are relatively low compared to California,” Mason said.

Washington, D.C., at No.3, has government jobs and a number of colleges and universities to lure people, while the fourth most popular in-migration destination, Oregon, is also a California exodus state.

“People escaping California have had it up to their eyeballs with sprawl and are going to Oregon so they can see the stars at night,” Mason said.

At No. 5, Alabama has learned some lessons from the Carolinas and, in recent years, has begun attracting golfers and automobile manufacturers, including Mercedes and Hyundai.

As the South and other desirable areas fill up with new residents, other states have the distinction of losing a large number of residents each year.

States that had 55% or more moves out are classified as high outbound states by the migration study. This year, the following states experienced the most moves out:

• Michigan, 67.8%.
• North Dakota, 67.2%.
• New Jersey, 61.0%.
• New York, 59.4%.
• Illinois, 57.6%.

Whether you are looking to BUY, SELL a home or condo, let me put my professional knowledge and personal experience to work for you. If you would like more information about buying or selling Real Estate in Myrtle Beach, Call Jerry Pinkas at 843-222-1926

Here are the most common questions some one looking to Sell a Condo Short Sale may ask. Taken from Broker Agent News:Number 10

I can’t make my house payments, but I do have an ability to pay back all or part of the negative equity. Also, I want to preserve my credit score…is a short sale right for me?

Probably, not. In cases where the seller can pay back all or part of the negative equity (usually to the 2nd lien holder), it makes sense for them to work out a repayment plan. The lender will then release the lien and allow the home to close.

Number 9

If I pay mortgage insurance and default on my loan, why wouldn’t that cover the deficiency amount?

The mortgage insurance is not there for your protection, just the mortgage lender’s.

Number 8

Do I have to have my home “Approved” by the lender prior to offering it for sale as a short sale?

No. Technically speaking there is no such thing as being “Short Sale Approved.” The actual approval only happens with an accepted offer.

Number 7

I just missed a payment and I know I will miss more…how long does the foreclosure process take and is there time to do a short sale?

The foreclosure process takes differing times depending on your state.  In the Midwest a foreclosure can take over a year. In California its taking 6+ months.  Generally speaking a well priced short sale being processed by an educated short sale listing agent will sell and close in less than 120 days.

Number 6

Will I still have to pay property taxes if I do a short sale?

Property taxes will always have to be paid as part of any accepted short sale. Whether it’s you or the lender, it depends on their policies and the specific agreement you reach while negotiating the short sale.

Number 5

I owe more than my home is worth and I can’t make the payment. Do I have to somehow qualify for a short sale?

The simple answer is NO. If someone can’t make their payment and they are otherwise insolvent, they qualify for a short sale. Note: insolvent simply means their total debts are great than their assets.

Number 4

Do I have to pay income taxes…I have heard that I will get a 1099. Will the loss the bank takes be treated as a taxable gain to me…the seller…is this true?

It WAS true, now it’s not. Consult your Tax Attorney or Qualified CPA.  Very recently the tax law was modified and now most people who do a short sale will have no taxes due.

Number 3

How do you, my listing agent get paid…who pays your commission?

The bank will pay the commission along with all the other usual closing costs.

Number 2

Do I have to miss a payment to do a Short Sale?

No. Late last year most major lenders started accepting short sale offers from sellers who have never missed a payment.

Number 1

I want to do a short sale and have a 2nd mortgage, does this make me ineligible?

No. Both of your lenders will need to be satisfied in some way to complete the short sale. If your first lender will be paid off by the sale, then you just negotiate the terms with the second lender. Most short sales do involve 1st and 2nd lien holders.

Whether you are looking to BUY, SELL a home or condo, let me put my professional knowledge and personal experience to work for you. If you would like more information about buying or selling Real Estate in Myrtle Beach, Call Jerry Pinkas at 843-222-1926 Myrtle Beach Condo For Sale, Myrtle Beach Condo Pro.

Selling a Myrtle Beach Condo - Selling Myrtle Beach Real Estate

We call our it our “selling plan” because we work with you to develop a specific plan to sell your property, not just list it!

If you currently own property and are thinking of placing it on the market, I welcome you to contact me for more information about preparing your property for sale, selecting the right agent, pricing your home appropriately, marketing it effectively, going through the inspection processes, and receiving a timely market evaluation.

Sell Myrtle Beach Condo

Selling a Condo or Home in Myrtle Beach? Selling House / Selling Condo or putting your house or condo on the market?

See what my clients say about me:

“We just wanted to let you know how pleased we were with your services in selling our oceanfront condominium.  In a buyer’s market, with very few oceanfront condos selling in our building, you were able to get ours sold in less than 30 days; after being on the market with another company for 1 1/2 years.  We really appreciate your honesty about the Myrtle Beach market and your ability to get our condo in front of the right people.”

Forrest and Michele Browning

” After eighteen months and to other real estate companies, we contacted Jerry Pinkas of Exit Grand Strand Properties to list our condo for sale. In a very short time, we had more favorable activity than in the previous eighteen months. With Jerry Pinkas, we had a solid contract within 60 days!  We were very pleased with Jerry’s professionalism and friendly demeanor.  We would highly recommend Jerry Pinkas for all your buying or selling real estate needs”

Andrew & Gloria Tippett

“We had a property listed with another agent for approximately one year. Jerry Pinkas sold our property within 2 months of the listing!  Overall, we had a very positive experience.”  

Thanks Again,

Claudia & Emmett Hinger

Selling a condo or home is the largest business transaction most of us will ever make. 

The selling process can be very complex and time consuming, however with the aid of our services, be certain that you will come away completely satisfied and stress free.

We will establish your selling goals:

1) Desired price

2) Desired time frame

3) Motivating factors

Establish Current Market Value:

1) Competitive Market Analysis to establish current market value

2) Market activity level for comparable properties

3) Identify property’s weaknesses, potential negative perceptions

4) Comparable market trends

5) Refine asking price

Determine Buyer Incentives:

Will you pay Buyer’s closing costs or other fees, loan buy downs, co-broker commissions, bonus, etc.

When you understand current market conditions, you are better able to position yourself as a Seller. It helps to know if you are in a Seller’s, Buyer’s or Balanced market when setting your asking price. In a Buyer’s market there is a lot more competition and Buyers have plenty of choices and room to negotiate, forcing you to be very competitive when setting your price.

One of our main responsibilities is to arrive at an accurate estimate of value for your home, so we ensure a detailed evaluation and analysis of every part of your resort property. Our work doesn’t’t stop there, as we will fully investigate the real estate market and compare your property with similar listings to make sure that you receive the highest amount you deserve for your investment.

We will follow a step-by-step marketing program that will provide you with service that is professional and courteous. In the end, you will be sure that the price you set reflects the true value of your home under current market conditions . . . rest assured that you will be completely satisfied with your selling price once we have completed the proper research and evaluation of your home.

Optimize Your Listing:

1) List your property’s special features and attributes

2) Print ads, local, national

3) MLS Listing Optimization

4) Broadcast email to other top agents

5) Signs (if allowed)

6) Direct mail

7) Internet

Multiple other marketing methods

Sign Listing Agreement and Related Documents:

1) Exclusive Right to Sell Listing Agreement

2) Agency Disclosure

3) Rental Information Authorization Form

4) SC Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement

Negotiate Offer(s)

1) Evaluate offer, (price, terms, timing, contingencies, etc.) and work with you to develop a response

2) Communicate your response to potential buyer or buyers agent and continue negotiating until the offer is accepted or rejected.

3) Coordinate all necessary documentation required by the SC Real Estate Commission and various government entities.

Coordinate Closing

1) Provide owner with information on legal representation choices.

2) Coordinate inspections and other items required by contract.

3) Follow up to ensure the transaction is properly completed, recorded, and assist you with any unresolved issues.

Why List  Myrtle Beach Real Estate With Us?

 At Exit Grand Strand Properties we have established ourselves as one of the top realty companies on the Grand Strand, with offices in Myrtle Beach, Garden City, Conway, Loris, and our newest office in North Myrtle Beach. With over 235 agents, 5 offices, and extensive advertising, we have positioned ourselves as a top marking force in the Myrtle Beach area.

Jerry’s primary focus is on resort properties, vacation homes and condos on, or near the ocean.  Selling these properties, present a different set of challenges and requires a totally different approach than selling a primary residence.  You just can’t put a sign in the yard and hold an open house when prospective buyers live out of town. The required addendums, rules for financing, and numerous other factors unique to resort properties in our area, and using an agent not familiar with them can be costly.

Jerry Pinkas is one of the top ranked Realtors on the entire Grand Strand.  He is also consistently one of the top Exit agents in the Myrtle Beach area. Myrtle Beach Top Realtor, Myrtle Beach Top Real Estate Agent.

Remember, anybody can list your property, but Jerry Pinkas will work to sell it!    Why not work with the best?

Jerry Pinkas one of the Myrtle Beach areas top real estate agents, recently taught a class to other Grand Strand Realtors.  The 2 hour class was held at the Hampton Inn on 76th Ave N in Myrtle Beach.  Topics included, investing in Myrtle Beach properties for profit, real estate sales, real estate marking, how to boost business.   This was an exclusive class for Realtors with Exit Grand Strand Properties.  Exit Realty has 5 offices on the grand strand and over 235 agents.

For undervalued, affordable housing with a good outlook for home-price and job-market growth, there’s one region of the country that stands out: the South. Metro areas such as Austin, Texas; Baton Rouge, La.; Durham, N.C.; and Houston are all expected to see home prices increase more than 5% over the next two years — a big figure in a country where home prices are expected to trend downward overall.

“If you exclude Florida, the one area of the country that has a good outlook with respect to affordable housing and job growth is really the South,”

From an article on MSN.com 3/14/08

Jerry Pinkas

The Herald’s Realtor of the Week is Jerry Pinkas. He is a top producing salesman with EXIT Grand Strand Properties’ Myrtle Beach office, which is located at 4600 Oleander Drive in Myrtle Beach.
Pinkas specializes in oceanfront properties, including single family homes and condominiums, many of which are purchased as personal investments.
In fact, Pinkas, now 43, has been a real estate investor since he was 21.
Pinkas was born in Baltimore, Md., and grew up there. He graduated from Towson Catholic High School and immediately entered the furniture industry as a retail furniture salesman and later became a store manager.
At the age of 21, he opened his own furniture store, Fox Furniture, on Belair Road in Baltimore.
He grew that business from a 5,000-square-foot store to a 30,000-square-foot store in five years, before deciding to get into the wholesale part of the furniture industry.
As an independent representative for several manufacturers, Pinkas then traveled a territory, including Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Delaware, and West Virginia.
It was during this time that he developed his marketing and negotiating skills, as well as his skills as a salesman.
Pinkas then bought a North Carolina furniture factory, called Stoneville Furniture, which employed more than 350 people.
Pinkas later began to look up and down the East Coast for real estate for investment and retirement.
He had always loved the beach. He found Myrtle Beach to be what he considered undervalued in the marketplace for what was available and the lifestyle that was afforded.
So he bought his first condominium in Myrtle Beach as a second home.
The next year he bought a couple more condominiums, with a game plan of eventually moving to the Grand Strand.
In 2005, Pinkas moved to Myrtle Beach permanently and entered the real estate profession.
Pinkas says that he loves the real estate business, because, “It’s all about helping people.”
He says that if he can focus his efforts and energy on the best interests of his buyer or seller clients to find what satisfies their wants and needs, it “… all comes back.”
The repeat business and referrals make it worthwhile, as well as the gratification Pinkas says that he receives.
He believes that, “if you are good at what you do, and enjoy what you do, then you can have fun at work and at play.”
Pinkas and his wife, Sheila, have three daughters, Sophia, 14, Abigail, 12, and Isabella, 6.
As a family, they decided one Halloween to host a haunted house for kids. This grew into an annual event before the family moved to Myrtle Beach, and it has continued to the present.
In fact, it grew so large, that they chose to donate the proceeds to the Make-A-Wish Foundation to benefit children with life threatening illnesses. They have a Web site, MyrtleBeachHauntedHouse.com. Pincas has since become a wish granter for Make-A-Wish.
Sheila Pinkas is property manager in charge of Oceanfront Condo Rentals, which she and Jerry own.
Pinkas says, “you have to love what you do in order to be good at it, and you must love helping others to achieve their dreams.”
This is a key topic of a new book that he is writing, which is being published this spring. It is called “How to Buy and Sell Beach Real Estate for Profit.” It will be available in local book stores.

Is it getting harder to leave when your vacation is over?

Have you ever wondered who owns the beach property you’ve enjoyed during your vacation?  Myrtle Beach condo sales, Myrtle Beach condos for sale.  The properties featured on this site are all privately owned by families just like yours. These families are using rental income to help pay for their place on the beach. And the priceless part is, when it is time for their vacations . . . they have their own place at the beach!

 Myrtle Beach is the heart of the Grand Strand, a 60 mile stretch of beach on the northern SC coast, boasting beautiful beaches, unbelievable restaurants, world class entertainment, and over 100 golf courses. Myrtle Beach is one of the fastest growing residential areas in the U.S., with new homes communities popping up by the dozens. Retirees are still the dominant import to the area but Myrtle Beach is seeing more and more families moving in as well, since it has the highest ranked school system in the state.  The Travel Channel has Myrtle Beach as the #1 Family Beach in the US!  Oceanfront condos abound here.

Jerry Pinkas can assist you with your Myrtle Beach Real Estate plans.  Wether you are interested in buying or selling Myrtle Beach real estate, Jerry Pinkas can assist you with your plans.

The values I learned in business have been transfered into my professional career - communication, dedication, the ability to focus, and a desire to win. These values have allowed me to be successful, having allowed me to become one of the top 4% of all Realtors on the Grand Strand.  Beyond monetary rewards, I have gained many friends along the way. I would like the opportunity to show you what I can do for you in either selling your property or helping you find the home of your dreams in beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC!

 Here is what my clients say about me:

Dear Jerry,

I would like to personally thank you for helping me find my dream home. I have always wanted to live at the beach and you made that possible. My daughter fell in love with the new house, as soon as she saw it! The hardwood floors make it seem like home. You and your staff were very friendly and cordial in the entire process. You went to great lengths in making sure that this transaction was quick, simple and easy for me to conduct business while living in NC. Your expertise and knowledge of the local area made the task of picking out my dream home, very easy; and we did it….. in just one day! I still cant believe we closed in less than 30 days. Thanks again Jerry to you and your staff, and I will definitely come back to you, when its time to buy another property or sell in the future.

Teresa Batchelor

Jerry,

I just wanted to thank you for all you did to help Craig and I locate and purchase our retirement home in Woodlake Village. We started looking for a home on the Grand Strand not long after we moved to Florence in May of 2005, but we hadn’t found anything in our price range that worked for us. It was very discouraging and we actually gave up the search several times before we met you! You understood our situation and helped us deal with the uncertainties and fears that go along with making such a big decision. With your help we were able to overcome the obstacles and realize our dream. It was a pleasure to work with you and we truly couldn’t have done it without you. Please feel free to stop by whenever you happen to be in our lovely neighborhood!

Best Regards,

JoAnne and Craig Allen
Murrells Inlet, SC

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Subject: Thanks!

Jerry,

Just a little note to say thanks! I never thought we could ever own an Ocean Front Condo! But with your help and hospitality, we managed to do so. You did a great job and you continue to do a great job. If I had any questions or concerns, you were there to help in any way you could. Really appreciate all you done to make Paul and my dream come true. If we ever see we can purchase another vacation property, you will be the one we contact. So, again many thanks from the both of us.

Sherri & Paul Irby

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Dear Jerry,

Paul & I would like to thank you for all your help and assistance in the purchase of unit #1525. You we’re instrumental in our decision making. Since Paul & I didn’t know much about Myrtle Beach we were grateful that you spent time to show us the area. I will definitely recommend you to all my friends showing interest in the Myrtle Beach area.

Sincerely yours,

Marjolaine Lessard

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Dear Jerry,

Just a short note, to say thank you and what a pleasure it was to work with you. We have been involved with several real estate sales people both in the purchase and sale of real estate in the past.

However, working with you showed us that you were truly knowledgeable and professional in your field. You went the extra mile working for us and we feel that we have made a true friend in you.

Thank you,

James and Beverly Folds

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Jerry’s goal was to make sure I found what fit my needs, my budget, and was in an area where I would be comfortable living. He cared more about what I wanted than what he needed to do to sell a property. He conveyed a sense that if we didn’t find what I wanted, we’d keep looking until we did. Never did I feel rushed or a burden to him even though he spent one full day and part of several others helping me look at properties. My success was his success. That was his goal and he accomplished it.

Jerry listened to me, he responded immediately to questions, he gave excellent advise and direction when looking at properties and he proved that he was working FOR me not just trying to sell real estate. He didn’t rush me, he was attentive and he gave me the pros and cons about the properties we looked at. The results: I didn’t think I could afford property on the beach. It was a dream but not what I considered reality. Because of our many conversations prior to my visit both by phone and via email, I believe Jerry knew what I really wanted - perhaps better than I did myself. By the end of my two weeks visit, I had made an offer on a condo on the beach that was accepted, had an approved loan and a settlement date. Jerry gave me ideas for finding affordable insurance as well as a management company. Bottom line - Jerry made my dream a reality!

Jerry Pinkas helped me located and purchase a property. You would think that would be the end of our association but his service didn’t stop there. He called me many times to make sure I had everything in place for settlement and gave me a checklist of what I needed to do. The service doesn’t stop after the deal is made. It continues as long as you need it.

Thanks Again for all your help.

Fran Hardy

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To whom it may concern;

My wife and I began researching second homes in South Carolina and other southern states via the Internet. After viewing many of these sites, my wife came across Jerry Pinkas’s web page. She signed up for updates on available properties based on the criteria we specified. These updates came on a daily basis and allowed us to preview hundreds of suitable properties from our home in Massachusetts.

We scheduled a meeting with Jerry on a recent trip to Myrtle Beach. From the first moment, we felt at ease with this gentle man whom we had never met. Jerry’s simple, straightforward approach to showing us properties that suited our needs was both pleasant and informative. He was quick to point out that his job was not to sell property, but to give us the tools we needed to buy property. His local knowledge was something we could never factor in over the Internet. As a buyer’s agent, everything he did was committed to OUR best interest. Every property had, in Jerry’s words, “the good, the bad, and the ugly” and he explained every detail.

Jerry submitted our offer before we flew home and the rest of the transaction was completed in such a timely, professional manner, from hundreds of miles away. His continued support before, during, and after the closing process included many forms of assistance to us that we considered to be “extras”, or things we never expected from him, and he made us feel like we were his only client. This was the absolute best and most convenient real estate experience ever for both of us, and despite the long distance, Jerry made us feel as if we were right next door. We both feel we made a great investment and a new friend and cannot wait to deal with Jerry again for our next real estate “adventure” in the Myrtle Beach Area.

We both recommend Jerry’s services without the slightest hesitation, and have already done so with friends and family members. We are so thankful to meet and work with this man who brings a new meaning and level to the terms ” real estate professional” and “service”.

Bob and Pauline Bellavance

North Attleboro, Ma

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Jerry,

Janice and I cannot thank you enough for your outstanding efforts in helping us to purchase Condo Unit 303 in Myrtle Beach. From the time I called on a Saturday morning to say we were coming to town to look at property until final closing, your efforts were outstanding. You quickly researched and found properties for us to view on a very short notice. Your knowledge of the area, candidness of the plusses and minuses on each property, and expertise and negotiation skills are fantastic! I would recommend you to any potential buyer who wants the best agent representing their interests.

Craig & Janice Smith

Cary, North Carolina

“We just wanted to let you know how pleased we were with your services in selling our oceanfront condominium. In a buyer’s market, with very few oceanfront condos selling in our building, you were able to get ours sold in less than 30 days; after being on the market with another company for 1 1/2 years. We really appreciate your honesty about the Myrtle Beach market and your ability to get our condo in front of the right people.”

Forrest and Michele Browning

“After eighteen months and two other real estate companies, we contacted Jerry Pinkas of Exit Grand Strand Properties, to list our condo for sale. In a very short time, we had more favorable activity than in our previous eighteen months.  With Jerry Pinkas, we had a solid contract within 60 days!  We were very pleased with Jerry’s professionalism and friendly demeanor.  We would highly recommend Jerry Pinkas for all your buying or selling real estate needs”

Andrew & Gloria Tippett

“We had a property listed with another agent for approximately one year. Jerry Pinkas sold our property within 2 months of the listing! Overall, we had a very positive experience.”

Thanks Again,

Claudia & Emmet Hinger